Crab Season is Here!
Now that the commercial crab season is in full force, we’re getting a little crab crazy here at Princeton Seafood Company and are offering the delectable crustacean in many forms. From Sundays through Thursdays after 4 p.m. we’re running a special on a crab entrée for two at $29.99. This includes San Francisco sourdough bread, garden salads, corn on the [...]
Boats soon to light up the docks!
As the evenings accumulate more darkness this time of year, life just gets a little cozier. Come celebrate the cozy holiday season with us at the 24th annual Boat Decorating Contest on Saturday, Dec. 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. Everyone is invited to walk the docks to see the lights and other decorations the berthers use to grace their [...]
Grab crabs here or there!
In the restaurant we’re getting crabby. Crabby in the form of platters, cioppino, cocktails, louie and sandwiches! We always welcome you to dine with us, of course, but if you’re up for a real adventure you can get your own crabs aboard the Huli Cat with my good friend and captain Tom Mattusch. Just be sure to mention that you [...]
Savory soups and spectacular sunsets at Princeton Seafood
As the weather cools down, my body calls out for soup: warming, comforting and flavorful. This time of year beautiful sunsets can be seen over the harbor and, if you time your visit just right, you might just view the dazzling colors while immersing yourself in your favorite steaming bowl of soup or chowder. Princeton Seafood Company offers four different [...]
Half Moon Bay Kayak Co. offers unique view of harbor
As much as I love Princeton Seafood Company, sometimes I wish I could explore more of the harbor here. I think, especially, that it would be fun to view it all up close – from the seat of a kayak. Luckily, Chris Manchester, co-owner of the Half Moon Bay Kayak Co. came by the restaurant recently and told me a [...]
Irene offers harbor tours
Today I want to introduce you to an old friend. She’s a feisty survivor and a seaworthy gal who’s just about ready to start offering tours around the harbor. Her name is Irene. Like me, Irene is born from wood — a classic fishing vessel from the 1920s. Her current owners Leland and Cecily Parsons purchased her for $1 back [...]
Princeton Seafood’s Tasty New Pair!
Who would have thought that ocean dwelling shrimp could go so well with Half Moon Bay’s favorite thistle? I’m talking about Princeton Seafood’s new shrimp stuffed artichoke and let me tell you, it is a real treat. The artichoke leaves grow increasingly tender as you work your way down toward the meaty heart, while baby shrimp –smothered in a creamy [...]
Serving it Fresh: From Cod to Coffee
Where can a restaurant go to get great tasting, organic coffee? For us, the answer is obvious: We get it from our Princeton neighbor Dan Handler. All the good coffee grows along the earth’s equator says Handler, the self-proclaimed “bean counter” and owner of Outland Java Company. Organic, of the rarer Arabica species and fair trade whenever possible, Handler culls [...]
From Redwood to Restaurant: The Story of Magnus
Father’s Day came and went a few days ago, I know, but I want to tell you a little story about my father of sorts-my creator-Magnus Sandblom. I was born four years ago from redwood. With a chainsaw, a sander and a few other tools my father gave me a personality, a trade and one of the biggest salmon you’ve [...]